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New COVID-flu vaccine shows promise for broad, lasting immunity
Cornell researchers have developed a new vaccine platform that could offer stronger, longer-lasting protection against both COVID-19 and influenza, potentially transforming how these diseases are prevented worldwide. The vaccine, detailed in a study published Jan ... more
Trump ends COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools
President Donald Trump issued an executive order prohibiting federal funds from supporting schools that require COVID-19 vaccinations for students. The order directs the Department of Education to issue guidelines reinforcing parental rights, religious freedom, and ... more
Rare side effect linked to COVID-19 vaccines being researched by Moderna and Pfizer
As vaccines continue to be suggested due to the increase of COVID, flu, and RSV cases, there may be a major side effect that impacts the heart. The issue is currently being researched by both ... more
Study reveals bivalent boosters can protect children the best
A new COVID-19 vaccine study has revealed that the vaccine in younger kids can make a strong case for children getting the bivalent booster. Children between the ages of 5 and 11 are able to ... more
Pfizer vaccine could combine protection against both the flu and COVID-19
Pfizer had a hand in creating one of the biggest vaccines protecting people against COVID-19. Now it's working to creat one that protects against COVID and the flu at the same time. Phase one of ... more
COVID-19 vaccine and feeling sick after- science says that’s a good thing
One side effect from the COVID-19 vaccine is feeling sick for a couple of days, but science says that's a good thing. Newly published research seems to show that side effects of illness after a ... more
COVID-19 vaccines in schools: States decide requirements, not the CDC
During a CDC advisory committee meeting on Thursday, a vote was held that would add COVID-19 vaccines to immunization schedules for children. This led to worry among households that the COVID-19 vaccine would be required ... more
COVID-19 booster vaccine can now be given to children as young as 5
COVID-19 boosters have been approved for children as young as age 5 and health officials are pushing the vaccine before the holidays. The goal is to continue protection from the COVID-19 virus ahead of the ... more
COVID Vaccine: The Johnson & Johnson shot has been restricted
The Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine has faced a lot of controversy, and it comes as no surprise that the vaccine is now being restricted. The reason is its heightened risk of blood clots. This ... more
The U.S. Army is mandating the COVID-19 vaccine
The United States army has announced that they will be discharging soldiers who do not comply with the mandatory COVID-19 vaccination rule. More than 3,000 soldiers could be discharged. What is the most effective way ... more
Upcoming vaccine clinics in Schuyler County
Schuyler County Public Health and Arnot Health will be hosting COVID-19 vaccine clinics in February, Read the detailed schedule here. The COVID-19 vaccine is provided at no cost to individuals. All three of the currently ... more
Another COVID-19 booster? 4th doses available in parts of the world
In some parts of the world another booster shot is available. Data suggests that a fourth dose may happen in the US- but not yet. In Israel, a fourth dose may soon be available for ... more
COVID-19 vaccination: Does it affect fertility?
New study shows that COVID-19 vaccination does not affect chances of conception. Over 2,000 couples who have been trying to conceive a child participated in this study. Could Omicron end the pandemic? Too soon to ... more
Unvaccinated & unemployed: Who can claim benefits
There are 5 states that have created laws and regulations to protect unvaccinated employees from being unable to collect unemployment. COVID-19 vaccine statuses are becoming more common when it comes to employment. Some companies will ... more
These states will pay workers unemployment who refuse to get the COVID-19 vaccine
There are currently 5 states that will give employees that refused the vaccine unemployment benefits by law. Normally under these circumstances, employees fired would not qualify for unemployment benefits. According to AS.com, that is not ... more
New York City will pay people who get COVID booster shot $100 as Omicron spreads exponentially
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new incentive for people to get vaccinated against COVID. A new booster shot program will mean anyone who gets an additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine ... more
How many waves of coronavirus pandemic will there be? What is long COVID in Omicron variant?
Has the United States reached the fifth wave of the coronavirus pandemic? Cases are surging across the U.S. as experts point to Omicron as it fuels another relentless wave of cases. The fast-spreading Omicron variant ... more
Will the latest COVID-19 variant, Omicron, ruin family plans for another Christmas?
Omicron is spreading quickly, similarly to what happened with the Delta variant. This is happening right before Christmas and New Year's Day. Experts have differing opinions, but many feel it's important that family see each ... more
COVID vaccine will be mandated for all K-12 students by next fall, Hochul says
Governor Kathy Hochul says there will be a statewide mandate on COVID-19 vaccination for all school age children. However, it won't come until the state legislature acts. Governor Hochul was recently asked if she'd consider ... more
